The Assistant Comptroller General of Customs (ACG), Sambo Dangaladima, Zonal Coordinator for Zone B, has stated the importance of discipline, teamwork, and stakeholder collaboration among officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS).
This was highlighted during his official working visit to the Kano/Jigawa Area Command on 25 September 2024.
According to a press statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Customs Saidu Nuruddeen, on 26 September 2024, the ACG emphasised the critical role that discipline and teamwork play in the success of the NCS.
“Discipline and teamwork are the cornerstones of any successful operation. As officers of the Nigeria Customs Service, we must remain committed to these principles to ensure we continue to protect our nation’s borders while facilitating legitimate trade.”
As part of his visit, ACG Dangaladima inspected the Habbas Bonded Terminal, assessing its operational efficiency and compliance with customs regulations.
He expressed satisfaction with the ongoing efforts to align the terminal with federal government policies, stressing the importance of maintaining high standards for seamless trade facilitation.
In addition, Dangaladima met with key stakeholders, including representatives from the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, the business community, Customs-licensed agents, and terminal operators. The discussions centred on addressing challenges within the trade ecosystem, enhancing collaboration, and fostering a more conducive environment for business operations.
During the visit, the ACG also toured the Customs Training College in Kano, where he inspected ongoing projects to improve training facilities for customs officers.
He commended the college’s leadership for its commitment to enhancing the professional capacity of NCS personnel, which he described as vital to the service’s success.
Dangaladima reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service’s dedication to border security, enforcing government policies, and facilitating seamless trade.
He also acknowledged the leadership of Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, praising his management team for steering the service toward greater efficiency.
The Zonal Coordinator was accompanied on the visit by the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Kaduna Command, Comptroller Ahmed Abe and other senior officials from the Zonal office. They were received by the Customs Area Controller of Kano/Jigawa Command, Comptroller Dauda Ibrahim Chana.